The belief that sugar causes hyperactivity took root in the 1970s. Back then, dietary concerns and behavior were on the rise.

I know I’m not the only one who believes that if I give my child sugar, she will be bouncing off the walls and probably won’t ...

Kids may act more hyper when given candy because of the expectation of a reward, although the dopamine is less than if they ...

This can condition a child to be hyper-vigilant, and take on the role of protecting or caring for their parent, or getting a job to put food on the table. Fast-forward into their adulthood ...

In spite of this research, why do so many parents still believe sugar makes children hyperactive? Some researchers suggest that simply expecting sugar to affect your child can influence how you ...